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Friday, January 19, 2018
Tepco Probe Of Unit 2 Finds Fuel Deposit - News - Nuclear Power News - Nuclear Street - Nuclear Power Plant News, Jobs, and Careers
Tepco Probe Of Unit 2 Finds Fuel Deposit - News - Nuclear Power News - Nuclear Street - Nuclear Power Plant News, Jobs, and Careers: The latest nuclear news in Nuclear Power Industry about utilities, companies, suppliers in the nuclear energy market.
Small Reactor Testing Went Well Says Nasa - News - Nuclear Power News - Nuclear Street - Nuclear Power Plant News, Jobs, and Careers
Small Reactor Testing Went Well Says Nasa - News - Nuclear Power News - Nuclear Street - Nuclear Power Plant News, Jobs, and Careers: The latest nuclear news in Nuclear Power Industry about utilities, companies, suppliers in the nuclear energy market.
China Publishes More Scientific Articles Than the U.S. - MIT Technology Review
China Publishes More Scientific Articles Than the U.S. - MIT Technology Review: A new analysis of global science and engineering competence shows that the United States is struggling to fight off an increasingly competitive China.
Melted Nuclear Fuel Seen Inside Fukushima Reactor
Melted Nuclear Fuel Seen Inside Fukushima Reactor: Melted fuel had previously only been documented on the floor in unit 3.
US Budget Delays Could Derail Secret Nuclear Bomber Production, USAF Warns - Sputnik International
US Budget Delays Could Derail Secret Nuclear Bomber Production, USAF Warns - Sputnik International: US Air Force (USAF) leaders have warned that Congress’ budget woes may have an adverse effect on plans to continue development of the B-21 Raider, the stealth aircraft meant to eventually become the Air Force’s nuclear bomber of choice.
China/Russia Didn't Follow Obama's Lead And Cut Nuclear - newsR VIDEO
China/Russia Didn't Follow Obama's Lead And Cut Nuclear - newsR VIDEO: China/Russia Didn't Follow Obama's Lead And Cut Nuclear Arsenal: China/Russia Didn't Follow Obama's Lead And Cut Nuclear Arsenal.. News video on newsR on Friday, 19 January 2018
Trump Wants New Nukes. We Can’t Let Him Have Them. | HuffPost
Trump Wants New Nukes. We Can’t Let Him Have Them. | HuffPost: His nuclear posture review, if implemented, would waste tens of billions of dollars and make nuclear conflict more likely.
Whistleblower says he was demoted after finding problems in S.C. nuclear project, report says | News | postandcourier.com
Whistleblower says he was demoted after finding problems in S.C. nuclear project, report says | News | postandcourier.com: TOKYO -- The government of Japan has entered into negotiations to acquire U.K-based Urenco, a major European producer of enriched uranium, in a deal t
Exclusive: Japan in talks over bid for UK uranium powerhouse- Nikkei Asian Review
Exclusive: Japan in talks over bid for UK uranium powerhouse- Nikkei Asian Review: TOKYO -- The government of Japan has entered into negotiations to acquire U.K-based Urenco, a major European producer of enriched uranium, in a deal t
Lead lawyers, plaintiffs named in lawsuits against SCANA | The State
Lead lawyers, plaintiffs named in lawsuits against SCANA | The State: U.S. District Court Judge Margaret Seymour designated lead lawyers and plaintiffs Thursday in two types of shareholder lawsuits against SCANA over its bungled V.C. Summer expansion.
EDITORIAL: Japan should not pursue nuke fuel reprocessing despite U.S. OK：The Asahi Shimbun
EDITORIAL: Japan should not pursue nuke fuel reprocessing despite U.S. OK：The Asahi Shimbun: Japan’s agreement with the United States on bilateral cooperation in civilian uses of nuclear power
France’s Cigeo repository needs work - Nuclear Engineering International
France’s Cigeo repository needs work - Nuclear Engineering International: The Centre Industriel de Stockage Géologique (Cigéo) deep geologic repository project in Bure, northeastern France, is “technically mature”, but the plans will need additional work before a construction...
Toshiba reaches deal to help resolve Westinghouse bankruptcy, rebuild finances
Toshiba reaches deal to help resolve Westinghouse bankruptcy, rebuild finances: Toshiba Corp said on Thursday it had clinched an agreement to sell its claims in bankrupt U.S. nuclear plant maker Westinghouse Electric Co LLC in a deal that would add $3.7 billion to the Japanese owner's depleted capital base.
Poland to build nuclear plant: energy minister - Xinhua | English.news.cn
Poland to build nuclear plant: energy minister - Xinhua | English.news.cn: “Fuel for the future” needs millennial support, according to a visiting official from the U.S. Department of Energy.
U.S. Department of Energy official speaks about nuclear energy technology | Campus | purdueexponent.org
U.S. Department of Energy official speaks about nuclear energy technology | Campus | purdueexponent.org: “Fuel for the future” needs millennial support, according to a visiting official from the U.S. Department of Energy.
What America can learn from Hawaii’s mistake | Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
What America can learn from Hawaii’s mistake | Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists: The text message arrived early on the morning of January 13, 2018: “Ballistic missile threat inbound to Hawaii. Seek immediate shelter. This is not a drill.”Luckily, the message was a mistake. An employee at the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency clicked on the wrong option on a drop-down menu—selecting “Missile Alert,” rather than “Test Missile Alert.” Instead of a mushroom cloud, a cloud of recrimination and confusion now hangs over Hawaii.
Protect America's border from climate change | Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
Protect America's border from climate change | Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists: With a government shutdown looming, Congressional lawmakers are haggling over a potential bipartisan deal that would protect undocumented immigrants brought to the United States as children, while also beefing up security along the border with Mexico.
A reminder from Hawaii | Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists
A reminder from Hawaii | Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists: On January 13, the residents of Hawaii received a startling phone alert: “BALLISTIC MISSILE THREAT INBOUND TO HAWAII. SEEK IMMEDIATE SHELTER. THIS IS NOT A DRILL.” Within seconds, fear spread across the island state as people sought shelter.At the Hawaii Emergency Management Agency (HI-EMA), a different type of panic was sweeping through the building. Employees soon realized that procedures to officially cancel a ballistic missile alert had not yet been created.
Thorium reactors may dispose of enormous amounts of weapons-grade plutonium | EurekAlert! Science News
Thorium reactors may dispose of enormous amounts of weapons-grade plutonium | EurekAlert! Science News: Scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University are developing a new technology for multipurpose application of large amounts of weapons-grade plutonium accumulated in Russia and across the world. Instead of expensive storage of this nuclear material, TPU physicists propose to burn weapons-grade plutonium in reactors with thorium fuel, converting it into power and thermal energy. The units are capable of operating at low capacity (from 60 MW) at least 10-20 years.
Bulletin of Atomic Scientists Nuclear Roundup January 19, 2018
Russia's floating power plant meets construction standards
Russia's floating power plant meets construction standards: Russian State Expert Examination Board (Glavgosexpertiza) has announced that the floating nuclear power plant Akademik Lomonosov meets construction standards. The authority said on 9 December it had approved the project in Russia's northernmost city of Pevek that is being funded by Rosenergoatom, the nuclear power plant operator subsidiary of Rosatom.
Russia and Sri Lanka plan nuclear energy cooperation
Russia and Sri Lanka plan nuclear energy cooperation: Russia and Sri Lanka have held talks this week on establishing cooperation in the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Nikolay Spassky, deputy director general of Russian state nuclear corporation Rosatom, met with Ranjith Siyambalapitiya and Susil Premajayantha, respectively Sri Lanka's minister of power and renewable energy and minister of science, technology and research, on 16-17 January.
Morocco, Spain Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Nuclear Power
Morocco, Spain Sign Memorandum of Understanding on Nuclear Power: Morocco and Spain have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on nuclear power. Morocco and Spain are seeking to share experiences.
NASA Is Testing A Mini Nuclear Reactor To Power Astronauts On Mars
NASA Is Testing A Mini Nuclear Reactor To Power Astronauts On Mars: Would you drive a nuclear-powered car?
NASA Is Testing A Mini Nuclear Reactor To Power Astronauts On Mars
NASA Is Testing A Mini Nuclear Reactor To Power Astronauts On Mars: The world’s first ever installation of its kind will be towed several thousand kilometers through Arctic ice before it reaches its destination in Pevek, June 2019.
Floating nuclear power plant will be towed through the ice | The Independent Barents Observer
Floating nuclear power plant will be towed through the ice | The Independent Barents Observer: The world’s first ever installation of its kind will be towed several thousand kilometers through Arctic ice before it reaches its destination in Pevek, June 2019.
How a Small Nuclear Reactor Could Power a Colony on Mars or Beyond (Op-Ed)
How a Small Nuclear Reactor Could Power a Colony on Mars or Beyond (Op-Ed): "Kilopower" could help humanity establish settlements on the moon, Mars and other bodies throughout the solar system.
Two utilities withdraw from leading nuclear energy trade group | Southeast Energy News
Two utilities withdraw from leading nuclear energy trade group | Southeast Energy News: The parent companies of two major southeastern utilities have pulled out of the leading trade group that advocates for grants and tax breaks for nuclear power plants.
Metro inspector general names new head of investigations - The Washington Post
Metro inspector general names new head of investigations - The Washington Post: Kimberly Howell takes over as assistant inspector general for investigations on March 5.
Thursday, January 18, 2018
Federal Register :: Southern California Edison Company; San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, Units 1, 2, and 3
Federal Register :: Southern California Edison Company; San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, Units 1, 2, and 3: The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) is issuing an exemption from the requirement to maintain a specified level of onsite property damage insurance in response to an October 22, 2015, request from the Southern California Edison Company (the licensee). Specifically, the licensee requested...
Groups opposed to new nuclear licence march in Ottawa - Ottawa - CBC News
Groups opposed to new nuclear licence march in Ottawa - Ottawa - CBC News: Concerned citizens, Indigenous leaders, environmentalists and former nuclear scientists are marching in Ottawa as they deliver their objection to the 10-year licence renewal for Chalk River Laboratories.
U.S. Department of Energy official speaks about nuclear energy technology | Campus | purdueexponent.org
U.S. Department of Energy official speaks about nuclear energy technology | Campus | purdueexponent.org: “Fuel for the future” needs millennial support, according to a visiting official from the U.S. Department of Energy.
NUCLEAR: Entergy, NextEra head for the exit at NEI -- Wednesday, January 17, 2018 -- www.eenews.net E&E News -- Start a free trial
NUCLEAR: Entergy, NextEra head for the exit at NEI -- Wednesday, January 17, 2018 -- www.eenews.net E&E News -- Start a free trial: Two utilities that own more than a dozen nuclear power plants are leaving the nuclear industry's top trade group.
Small modular reactors generating interest among municipalities in Finland
Small modular reactors generating interest among municipalities in Finland: Tekniikka & Talous on Monday reported that the list of municipalities exploring the possibility of building a small modular reactor includes Espoo, Helsinki and Nurmijärvi.
EDF in talks with funds to finance next nuclear project, which could cost 20pc less than Hinkley Point
EDF in talks with funds to finance next nuclear project, which could cost 20pc less than Hinkley Point: EDF Energy's new boss is in talks with major investment funds to support the group's follow up to the Hinkley Point project, and said that the new nuclear power station at Sizewell could cost 20pc less than the Hinkley Point C project.
Watch Live: NASA to Reveal Energy Breakthrough That Can Take Humans to Mars and Power a Home for 10 Years
Watch Live: NASA to Reveal Energy Breakthrough That Can Take Humans to Mars and Power a Home for 10 Years: The agency hasn't tried building a nuclear fission reactor for space since the 1960s.
PSEG plants to use Rolls-Royce Big Data services
PSEG plants to use Rolls-Royce Big Data services: Rolls-Royce is to provide PSEG with innovative digital analytics systems to drive greater plant efficiency at the Salem and Hope Creek nuclear power plants. The signature of a four-year contract to deploy Rolls-Royce's T-104 service follows a successful six-month trial.
Toshiba is Selling its Westinghouse Nuclear Unit Assets | Fortune
Toshiba is Selling its Westinghouse Nuclear Unit Assets | Fortune: Toshiba Corp. has agreed to sell claims in its Westinghouse U.S. nuclear unit to bolster its capital by $3.68 billion by March.
Uganda Pushes For Nuclear Energy
Uganda Pushes For Nuclear Energy: Saudi Arabia expects to award contracts for construction of its first nuclear reactors in December, and will be selecting from a bidder pool representing the U.S., China, France, South Korea, and Russia, a Saudi official working with the project told Bloomberg.
Poland to build nuclear plant: energy minister - Xinhua | English.news.cn
Poland to build nuclear plant: energy minister - Xinhua | English.news.cn: Saudi Arabia expects to award contracts for construction of its first nuclear reactors in December, and will be selecting from a bidder pool representing the U.S., China, France, South Korea, and Russia, a Saudi official working with the project told Bloomberg.
EDF sees UK Hinkley C nuclear plant online by end of 2025
EDF sees UK Hinkley C nuclear plant online by end of 2025: EDF Energy said on Wednesday its Hinkley C nuclear power station in Somerset, southwest England, will come online by the end of 2025 and give the developer the experience to lower the costs of subsequent nuclear plants planned in the country.
EDF looks to pension funds to help finance Sizewell C
EDF looks to pension funds to help finance Sizewell C: French utility says costs will be lower than Hinkley Point
Bulletin of Atomic Scientists Nuclear Roundup January 18, 2018
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North Korea Exclusive: Trump accuses Russia of helping North Korea evade sanctions; says US needs more missile defense Russia rejects Trump allegation it is violating UN sanctions on North Korea: Ifax North Korea rejects sanctions talk, ready for “successful” Olympics: diplomat Dems after Asia trip: No “illusions” about North Korea's nuclear work amid Olympics talks The Koreas' Olympic unity could be fleeting Graham: Only a “matter of time” before North Korea crosses a red line United States US redeploys nuclear-capable bombers to Asia-Pacific Trump's leaked review of the US's nukes seems to confirm Russia has an underwater nuclear doomsday weapon A password for the Hawaii emergency agency was hiding in a public photo, written on a Post-it note John Barrasso encourages feds to investigate, possibly limit uranium imports from Russia W88 alteration 370 program successfully moving forward Review of US nuclear weapons paints a picture of a more dangerous nuclear world UC grilled over LANL safety issues Trump didn’t scrap the Iran deal. But he did the next worst thing. International India tests-fires Agni-V, a nuclear-capable ICBM America and Russia may find themselves in a nuclear arms race once again Death in suspected Kremlin hit UN chief warns against endangering Iran nuclear deal UN chief welcomes second anniversary of “Implementation Day” for Iran nuclear deal Violating the letter and spirit of Iran nuclear deal Japan and US to extend civilian nuclear pact Editorial: Turn renewal of Japan-US nuclear pact into chance to reconsider reprocessing US academics oppose nuclear weapons for Taiwan Tactical nuclear weapons: How America could have won the Vietnam War? The US Air Force lost four nuclear bombs in Spain 52 years ago — and the disaster is still being felt now Send Jodi Lieberman items of interest for the Nuclear Roundup at brodnica67@gmail.com. Receive this message as a forward? Subscribe to the Nuclear Roundup here. |
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